SUNDRIED TOMATOES

SUNDRIED TOMATOES

Ingredients: Tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, bay leaves, vinegar.

Sundried tomatoes are made from ripened regular tomatoes or a local, pomodori-like variety, common in the islands across the Aegean Sea. These are left to dry in the sun until the water within evaporates. The tomatoes can lose up to 93% of their volume after drying process.

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Ingredients: Tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, bay leaves, vinegar.

Sundried tomatoes are made from ripened regular tomatoes or a local, pomodori-like variety, common in the islands across the Aegean Sea. These are left to dry in the sun until the water within evaporates. The tomatoes can lose up to 93% of their volume after drying process.

In order to produce 1kg of sundried tomatoes,14kg of fresh tomatoes is needed. Sundried tomatoes have the same nutritional value as fresh ones – that is, extremely rich in lycopene, antioxidants and vitamin C.

Tip: Best served with olive oil, rosemary, basil and garlic.The flavor of sun-dried tomatoes is intense and slightly salty. Many enjoy eating sundried tomatoes as a snack, especially children. Although they are delicious with pasta, you can also use sundried tomatoes in breads,salads and meat dishes.

SAGE

Origin: Crete Island 100% natural sage

Health benefits and medicinal uses: Sage leaves are rich in vitamin A,B-complex vitamins,beta carotene,vitamin C and folic acid. Herb parts whether fresh or dried are sources of potassium,zinc,calcium,iron,manganese,copper and magnesium. Sage infusion has long been recognized as “thinker's tea”. Its effects help deal with grief and depression. Sage herb oil is used externally to soothe painful ailments like muscle stiffness,rheumatism and neuralgic conditions.